2004 BMW 525 vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1974 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 525 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
